ASEAN needs smart regulation to boost financial inclusion
In Southeast Asia, there are approximately 470 million people without bank accounts, or 73% of the region, according to consultancy KPMG. While we are…
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SoftBank-backed Grab Financial Group to Apply for Digital Banking License…
SoftBank Group-backed Grab Financial Group will reportedly be applying for an online banking license in Singapore, as the company believes that financial…
Google Offers Financial Support to Open Source Projects for Cybersecurity
Besides rewarding ethical hackers from its pocket for responsibly reporting vulnerabilities in third-party open-source projects, Google today announced…
Korean e-commerce leader Coupang hires Alberto Fornaro as its new chief…
Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has a new chief financial officer. The company announced today that it has hired Alberto Fornaro, who previously served the…
Putrajaya to host inaugural financial literacy festival next month
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 — In line with the government’s commitment to strengthening financial literacy, the inaugural Putrajaya LIFT (Literacy in Financial…
China exploring verification system for financial technology products
IN LINE with President Xi Jinping’s directive for China to capitalize on blockchain technology, the country is looking at expanding its financial…
Why financial services firms cannot wait on digital upgrades any longer
CUSTOMERS are always looking for financial services that are faster, seamless, and accessible beyond traditional operating hours. Bankers need to meet…
Malaysia’s HelloGold showcases financial inclusion product at UNSG Task…
You can say that it’s their moment to shine. During the 27 September 2019 United Nations Secretary General (UNSG) Task Force event held in New York, Malaysia’s…
Southeast Asia fintech community just got a boost with ASEAN Financial…
The ASEAN Financial Innovation Network (AFIN) announced that it has signed two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with Bridge+ and PwC Singapore today to…
Asia Pacific Financial Consumers’ Digital Coming Of Age Is Here
Something remarkable is happening with Asia Pacific online adults: Their behaviors and expectations are evolving at an unprecedented rate, and they’re…